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Handshakes, trade and Palestine as PM takes world stage

Handshakes, trade and Palestine as PM takes world stage

Australia has used a major UN meeting to push for an elusive trade deal, while the prime minister's address trumpeted the cause of Palestinian statehood.

PM's failure to get Trump meeting a 'slap on the wrist'

PM's failure to get Trump meeting a 'slap on the wrist'

PM's failure to get Trump meeting a 'slap on the wrist'

PM's failure to get Trump meeting a 'slap on the wrist'

It appears US President Donald Trump has snubbed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, failing to grant him his first face-to-face meeting since he was re-elected.

Vanuatu flags China policing deal after Australia snub

Vanuatu flags China policing deal after Australia snub

Vanuatu flags China policing deal after Australia snub

Vanuatu flags China policing deal after Australia snub

A Pacific island nation has revealed it wants to formalise a policing deal with China after a security pact with Australia was scuppered at the last minute.

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Coalition accused of going 'rogue' on Palestine stance

Coalition accused of going 'rogue' on Palestine stance

Sussan Ley has pledged Australia will reverse Palestinian recognition if the coalition wins the next election, holding talks with senior Israeli officials.

Aussie journalist 'overjoyed' at pardon of jail mate

Aussie journalist 'overjoyed' at pardon of jail mate

The pardon of an imprisoned political dissident has been welcomed by a former Australian journalist who was jailed alongside the activist in Egypt.

France joins Western allies in recognising Palestine

France joins Western allies in recognising Palestine

French President Emmanuel Macron has recognised a Palestinian state at a global summit in New York.

Trade minister could get a big shot at US tariff shift

Trade minister could get a big shot at US tariff shift

The trade minister hopes to meet US counterpart Jamieson Greer in what could provide a major opportunity at securing Australian tariff relief.

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West, Russia clash at UN over NATO airspace incidents

West, Russia clash at UN over NATO airspace incidents

West, Russia clash at UN over NATO airspace incidents

West, Russia clash at UN over NATO airspace incidents

Britain has hit out at Russia's "reckless actions" violating NATO airspace in Estonia and Poland, during a United Nations Security Council meeting.

Australia defies US, Israeli pressure on Palestine

Australia defies US, Israeli pressure on Palestine

Australia defies US, Israeli pressure on Palestine

Australia defies US, Israeli pressure on Palestine

Australia, the UK, Canada and Portugal are the latest countries to recognise Palestinian statehood, with others expected to soon follow.

'Unprecedented threats': UN protections for aid workers

'Unprecedented threats': UN protections for aid workers

'Unprecedented threats': UN protections for aid workers

'Unprecedented threats': UN protections for aid workers

Aid workers on the frontline of conflict will be afforded fresh protections following a declaration by Australia at the United Nations.

Palestine statehood a 'point of contention' in US ties

Palestine statehood a 'point of contention' in US ties

Palestine statehood a 'point of contention' in US ties

Palestine statehood a 'point of contention' in US ties

US politicians have warned recognising Palestine could invite 'punitive measures' as the prime minister lands in New York for a long-awaited UN meeting.

PM to recognise Palestine at UN, awaits Trump meeting

PM to recognise Palestine at UN, awaits Trump meeting

PM to recognise Palestine at UN, awaits Trump meeting

PM to recognise Palestine at UN, awaits Trump meeting

Anthony Albanese is off on a whirlwind trip during which he will recognise Palestine's statehood at the UN and potentially meet with US President Donald Trump.

Trump hails US, UK's 'unbreakable bond' at talks

Trump hails US, UK's 'unbreakable bond' at talks

Trump hails US, UK's 'unbreakable bond' at talks

Trump hails US, UK's 'unbreakable bond' at talks

US President Donald Trump has arrived to hold talks with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at his Chequers country estate.

Pacific snags could follow Albanese to Trump meeting

Pacific snags could follow Albanese to Trump meeting

Pacific snags could follow Albanese to Trump meeting

Pacific snags could follow Albanese to Trump meeting

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has little to show from his recent Pacific sojourn, before a hotly anticipated meeting with US President Donald Trump.

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ABC spells it out: Trump-taunted reporter 'doing job'

Donald Trump's dressing-down of an Australian journalist has been condemned at home and abroad as he hints at a long-awaited meeting with Anthony Albanese.

Setback for PM as landmark PNG defence pact delayed

A landmark defence pact between Australia and Papua New Guinea has been delayed after the Pacific nation's cabinet didn't sign off on the agreement in time.

Australia urged to lasso US back to Indo-Pacific region

Australia should use its close relationship with the US to convince it to devote more time and attention to the Indo-Pacific, a former senior official says.

Papua New Guinea swells with pride for golden jubilee

Papua New Guineans are draping themselves in the national colours to celebrate 50 years since the country's flag was first raised to mark its independence.

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PM hopes for snappy signing of 'crocodile' defence pact

Anthony Albanese is banking on no last-minute glitches holding up the signing of a major defence pact between Australia and its closest neighbour.

Billions in deals to be announced during Trump UK visit

Deals worth billions will be announced during US President Donald Trump's visit to the UK where he will be treated to the ultimate display of royal pageantry.

Defence pact elevates PNG to treaty level of US and NZ

Papua New Guinea will soon be seen as an Australian ally on the same level as New Zealand and the United States.

Minister torpedoes talk defence billions to appease US

Australia insists a $12 billion spend on a defence precinct is about boosting the nation's capabilities, but experts say the increase is not significant.

Ukraine attacks major Russian refinery in drone assault

Russia says it has downed more than 361 Ukrainian drones after an attack on its Kirishi oil refinery, as Kyiv says it conducted a "successful strike".

'Always pulled our weight': PM defends defence spending

Australia is spruiking its defence budget and a planned facility to support nuclear submarines deal as a major security pact remains under US review.

Australia and PNG prepare to sign landmark defence deal

Australia and Papua New Guinea will sign a major security deal that will allow citizens of the Pacific nation to serve in Australia's military.

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